Tag: pressure

  • High Blood Pressure

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    High blood pressure is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Treatment involves making the changes recommended by your healthcare provider. Many medications that lower blood pressure also prevent heart attacks and strokes. Medications include diuretics, beta-blockers in children under 60 years of age, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers, and calcium channel blockers. If…